A good patio is worth a lot. It's a place to relax and unwind, entertain friends, and enjoy the sunshine. Adirondack chairs, barbeques, fire pits, sun loungers: all trappings to adorn the perfect patio. Here is a roundup of the West's best on the market right now:

Dramatic coastal views from Cliffe in North Devon

Cliffe and Black Pit Cottage, Cliffe, Lee, North Devon, POA

You’ve actually got several gorgeous patios to choose from this mini coastal estate in North Devon with a five-bedroom Victorian residence, detached holiday cottage and five acres. Feast your eyes on beautiful Lee Bay in North Devon as you sunbathe and sip a drink; one patio even comes with a pizza oven for gourmet entertainment.

Sweeping around Greenways, is a Travertine slate patio, connected to the interior by two sets of bifold doors. Together with a level garden, it’s the ultimate in indoor/outdoor flow. In walking distance of the town’s amenities, the house has four bedrooms and plenty of flexibility.

Two buildings have been linked at Fennel House, creating an indoor space and a sheltered patio

Fennel House, Badgall, Launceston, Cornwall, £955,000

There’s a perfect little sun trap outside this Grade II listed Georgian residence, connected to an outbuilding with a cunning modern extension. Standing in the quarters of an acre, this great house boasts four bedrooms and three reception rooms, substantial garaging with workshop and gym, and large landscaped gardens with a small orchard.

Cleverly divided into different areas, the terraced patio at Marina is a masterclass in practical design. There are places to barbeque, garden, and entertain, with beautiful views of the coast in this favourite coastal haunt since Victorian times.

Boy oh boy – this one might take the prize. The stupendous patio at Waterside View overlooks the Salcombe estuary, and the golden sandy beaches of East Portlemouth.

It connects via bi-fold doors to the open plan living room, so you can enjoy that view from inside as well. There’s also a hidden courtyard with access to a large utility room, you know, for practical stuff.

You’ll love the pretty cottage gardens at this four-bedroom character home in a quiet rural hamlet: and the patio is the perfect spot to enjoy them. There’s also a farmhouse style kitchen, paddocks and stables, and superfast broadband.

A masterclass in contemporary design, Kiln Orchard has plenty of space inside and out

Kiln Orchard, Ipplepen, near Newton Abbot, £1.45 million

Contemporary chic outside and in at this modern home in South Devon. Cool features include big bifold doors, cantilever stairs, recessed fireplace wall, and bright interior spaces. It’s got four bedrooms and six acres of land.

Next door to St Mawes Castle, Andennis commands a view of the Carrick Roads

Andennis, St Mawes, near Truro, £3.5 million

The next door neighbour is the coastal castle of St Mawes in this jaw-dropping location, so you know it’s got a good view of the Carrick Roads near Falmouth, and the wide variety of boats that sail or motor there. Lots of luxurious features at this multi-million pound home, including an indoor swimming pool and direct access to your own sand and shingle beach. It’s on the market for the first time in 22 years.